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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1918
Page
7
The Dispatch notes the National Special Aid society report and urges readers to contribute. It mocks a Chicago dynamite incident involving a teenage smuggler and questions McAdoo's anti-pass order. It reports Salvation Army draft exemption claims and a Texas court case where Fayetteville officials faced charges for displaying the German flag.
Paul Hennig on the New York trial bench proclaims loyalty to the government while denying tampering with torpedo gyroscope systems at his plant. In Oklahoma farmers feed hogs on heat due to corn scarcity as Food Administration pushes wheat reduction elsewhere.
The article argues that Central Powers seek to parcel provinces and peoples as chattels. Romania would cede Bessarabia and Dobrudja to Bulgaria, with Russia unable to prevent it. It also notes Wilmington’s potential recognition as a port hub as export facilities improve.
The piece argues that voters continually elect less capable legislators, criticizing the general political culture. It urges selecting the best local business leaders to serve in the General Assembly, despite personal sacrifice, to improve North Carolina's governance and outcomes.
The advertisement lists New Foulards in the wanted designs 36 inches wide priced at 1.50 and 2.00 a yard. Ivory colored Khaki Kool 36 inches wide, superior quality, priced at 4.00 a yard.
The record notes no complaints from courting couples about Mr. Gar field's order enforcing lightless nights, a measure affecting social gatherings and evening activities.
A conservationist notes that a ham bone can flavor pea soup but laments its rarity and high price. The remark highlights how only the wealthy can afford such simple seasonings, portraying ham bones as precious commodities beyond reach for most households.
The New York Times editorial argues Germany may bluff about preparations for a France attack while plotting a strong campaign in Italy. It notes reports of abnormal train movements and increased armament as evidence, and questions why such publicity would be issued. It considers Italy as a potential focus for a combined military and political strike.
In this column Mr Wilson's task contrasts U S wartime prep with European powers. It notes that the United States achieved more in less than a year than rivals did in longer prewar preparations. It argues that Germany prepared for forty years and the U S faced eight months in the war.
The Wilmington Dispatch announces the installation of a 20 page hectorary press with color printing and a modernized office. Under the management of W. F. Lawson the paper cost about 15000 dollars and aims to keep pace with Wilmington's bright future.
The Wilmington Dispatch reports the late installation of a 20 page Hoe press, claiming it is the fastest and largest used in Wilmington. The paper says its aim is to improve quality over profit and compare with any afternoon Carolina newspaper, with confidence in future success. The Red Springs Citizen joins in congratulating The Dispatch and expects ongoing prosperity.
A note from The Wilmington Dispatch reports improved press capacity after installing a new Hoe press. The equipment prints 4 to 20 pages at 27 000 per hour, replacing an older press that handled eight pages and 3 500 per hour. Total cost is 15 000 dollars.
Miss Sarah G. Shields of Hope Arkansas becomes the first woman allowed to practice in all state courts of Arkansas. Her achievement marks a milestone for gender access to the legal profession in the state.
Washington D C Feb 16 Congressman Godwin sent the Bowie correspondence to Secretary Baker asking if a man named J R Bowie of Washington DC who promised to land an army cantonment at Fayetteville NC for a fee of 5500 has any government influence The file also alleges Bowie claimed credit for Camp Greene locating in Charlotte with 10000 paid in part Charlotte letters dispute the claim Godwin urges a full investigation and a clear answer on influence with the government
Paris reports from Matin quote French deputy J. Lasses predicting final war act in the air. He says within three months Germany will mount a large night air offensive while France must bolster its air forces to defend Dunkirk Calais Epernay Chalons Nancy and other targets.
The congress in Chicago this week will focus on how women can best serve the government. The discussion aims to outline roles and responsibilities of women in national service and public work.
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